Kitchen Team Member

Foxtrot Ventures, Inc.; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Kitchen Assistant to prepare and cook food items for school lunches, snacks, and other menu offerings. The role involves organizing the kitchen, adhering to food safety standards, and assisting team members. Candidates should be dexterous, able to lift heavy items, and possess strong communication and math skills. This position is an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic food preparation environment.

Qualifications

• Requires effective communication abilities.
• Able to lift, bend, and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Must meet food safety certification requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook various ingredients like meats and vegetables.
• Assemble food items like sandwiches, snacks, and lunches.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen and food storage.

Skills

Communication

Manual dexterity

Basic math skills

Education

Food safety certification

Job description

Description

Responsibilities:

• Prepare meats, cheese and vegetables by washing, cutting, chopping, and slicing various produce using slicer, knife, or other kitchen tools
• Cook ingredients, as appropriate. This may include, yet not be limited to: bacon, sausage, sautéed onions, pizza, burgers, hot dogs, pasta, and chicken
• Operate the stove, griddle, and oven for various menu items
• Assemble sandwiches, wraps, salads and snacks by following detailed instructions to ensure quality, consistent product
• Assist in the preparation of school and staff lunches, as neede
• Prepare cookies and cookie dough, as per recipe and preparation instructions supplied
• Assemble snack items, as appropriate. This may include cookies, popcorn, candy, etc.
• Assist with unloading of deliveries and their proper storage
• Assist in keeping cold storage and dry storage areas neat and organized
• Inform management if inventory appears low or if there is a concern or safety issue with any of the product, equipment, or other team members
• Interact with customers, vendors, or delivery drivers as needed
• Use Tablets, as appropriate
• Help teach, train and mentor new members of the team
• Clean, sanitize, sweep, mop and handle waste as appropriate every shift
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the primary language used at the work location in order to communicate effectively and ensure safety.
• Basic math skills and ability to follow directions for organizing and counting production items.
• Strong communication skills with staff and managers.
• This position requires standing and moving at a steady pace for extended periods during scheduled shifts.
• Requires the ability to lift, bend, stoop, and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Manual dexterity and hand coordination necessary for efficient production tasks.
• Must meet applicable local and/or state food safety certification requirements.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.